Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Amsoil OE Motor Oil Offered With API SN Certification In Three Grades



Amsoil OE Motor Oils
AMSOIL OE Synthetic Motor Oil is specially formulated for the longer oil change intervals recommended by vehicle manufacturers today. Its advanced synthetic technology resists chemical breakdown for maximum wear protection (and peace of mind) well beyond the traditional 3,000-mile oil change interval.

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Friday, October 1, 2010

API SN Oils Offered By Amsoil With 10,000 Mile Oil Changes. Also Meets GM dexos1 specs

If you are looking for API (American petroleum institute) SN GL-5 oil look no further. The whole Amsoil XL series line offers API SN oil and now carry a 6 month, 10,000 mile oil change recommendation.

If you have an oil life monitoring system you can go further.


Don't change your oil every 3,000 miles... Use Amsoil

Amsoil 5W-30 XLF 6 Month 10,000 Mile API SN Approved And meets GM dexos1 Specs

Amsoil 10,000 Mile 5W-30 Motor API SN and GM dexos1 Approved


Extended-Drain Boost Technology

AMSOIL XL Extended Life Synthetic Motor Oils provide better wear control, high- and low-temperature protection and increased fuel economy compared to conventional oils. Formulated with extended-drain boost technology, AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils provide superior performance for up to 10,000-miles/six months, or longer when recommended in owner’s manuals or indicated by electronic oil life monitoring systems.
AMSOIL, the leader in automotive synthetic lubrication, produced the world’s first API-qualified synthetic motor oil in 1972. Trust the extensive experience of AMSOIL, the First in Synthetics®, to do the best job protecting your engine.
Extended-Drain Boost Technology
During normal engine operation, the combustion process creates acidic by-products that can lead to internal component corrosion and a reduction in the life expectancy of the engine oil and engine itself. Formulated with extended-drain boost technology, AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils employ high-quality synthetic base stocks and a unique additive chemistry to neutralize acids longer than conventional oils. The extra additive package effectively raises the Total Base Number (TBN), a measure of an oil’s useful service life, and provides superior protection and performance throughout the entire drain interval.

Lower Maintenance Costs
Cost-conscious motorists, business owners and fleet managers benefit from the extended drain intervals and wear protection of AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils. While frequent oil changes are expensive, time consuming and inconvenient, longer drain intervals reduce costs and environmental impact, while increased wear control can reduce maintenance costs. With AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils, motorists realize the convenience and cost savings of extended drain intervals while also providing vehicles with maximum protection.


Improve Fuel Economy
Formulated with friction modifiers, AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils are fuel-efficient oils that reduce friction-related energy loss. They provide better fuel economy compared to conventional, non-fuel-efficient motor oils.

Maintain Low Emissions
AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils are friendly toward modern emissions control systems, promoting proper operation of catalytic converters for optimum service life and low exhaust emissions.

Hot- and Cold-Engine Protection
AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils are multi-viscosity formulations. Compared to conventional oils, they better resist the effects of thermal breakdown, including evaporation and viscosity loss, while remaining fluid in cold temperatures for easier cold starts and fast start-up circulation.

Keep Engines Clean
Fortified with detergent and dispersant additives, AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils are engineered to resist sludge and carbon deposits better than conventional oils. They promote clean operation for longer-lasting, better-running engines.

Bid Appropriate
AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils fulfill the requirements of most public and private purchasing bids. They are cost effective, making them ideal where synthetic motor oil is specified.


APPLICATIONS
AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils are excellent for use in all types of gasoline-fueled vehicles. They are recommended for all domestic and foreign vehicles requiring any of the listed performance specifications:

XLF 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil
  • API SN, SM...
  • ILSAC GF-5, GF-4...
  • ACEA A1/B1
  • Ford WSS-M2C929-A
  • Chrysler MS-6395N
  • GM dexos1™ (supercedes LL-A-025, 6094M and 4718M)
    Fortified with detergents that exceed dexos1™ sulfated ash specifications.
MIXING AMSOIL
AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils are compatible with conventional and other synthetic motor oils. Mixing AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils with other oils, however, will shorten the oil life expectancy and reduce the performance benefits. AMSOIL does not support extended drain intervals where oils have been mixed.

Aftermarket oil additives are not recommended for use with AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils.
SERVICE LIFE
In gasoline-fueled vehicles, AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils are recommended for up to 10,000-mile/six-month oil change intervals or longer when recommended in owner's manuals or indicated by electronic oil life monitoring systems. Change aftermarket, original equipment manuafacturer or AMSOIL Ea Oil Filter at every oil change.


HEALTH & SAFETY
This product is not expected to cause health concerns when used for the intended application and according to the recommendations in the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). MSDS’s are available upon request at 715-392- 7101 or on the AMSOIL Website. Keep Out of Reach of Children. Don’t pollute. Return used oil to collection centers.



TYPICAL TECHNICAL PROPERTIES
AMSOIL XL 5W-30 SYNTHETIC MOTOR OIL


5W-30
(XLF)

Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C, cSt (ASTM D-445)
10.9

Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C, cSt (ASTM D-445)
64.8

Viscosity Index (ASTM D-2270)
160


CCS Viscosity, cP @ (°C) (ASTM D-5293)
5524 (-30)

Flash Point °C (°F) (ASTM D-92)
226 (439)

Fire Point °C (°F) (ASTM D-92)
240 (464)

Pour Point °C (°F) (ASTM D-97)
-43 (-45)


Noack Volatility, % weight loss (g/100g) (ASTM D-5800)
10.5

High Temperature/High Shear Viscosity
6 s-1, cP (ASTM D-5481)

3.3

Four Ball Wear Test @ 40 kgf, 75°C,
1200 rpm, 1 hour, scar diameter, mm (ASTM D-4172)
0.44

Total Base Number (ASTM D-2896)

9.0

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Be Careful Of Lube Shops With Iggnorant Techs!

Yesterday while I was on my route (I drive a FedEx Truck for an Independent Contractor) I had a delivery for a lube shop (I will not mention name).  I do not have deliveries for this or any of the oil change places on my route that often but I have always wanted to talk with one of the few about retailing Amsoil.

As I approached the person/tech on duty to sign for the package I noticed he was wearing a black Castrol GTX shirt and I thought this might be a nice conversation starter because underneath my FedEx shirt I also had a Castrol GTX shirt (you think I would wear my Amsoil shirt to get dirty in???)... So after he signed for the package I said "I like your shirt" as I pulled my collar down to show him I was wearing a similar white one.  I then went on to say "To bad Castrol GTX is such as  bad oil" his reply "oil is oil"  Right then and there I knew i was talking to the wrong person, or of this was the right person he would not be interested.  I replied to him "Really? I have seen oil analysis from many oils and I can tell you that is not true" and left.

Be aware of people like this and let me clarify what I feel this comment "OIL IS OIL" means to me.
  • Be concerned that this person really may not care what kind of oil he is putting in your car. The weight and/or one that meets the spec for you engine. Who knows maybe he will put tranny fluid in your oil!
  • That what is in the bulk tank may not be filled with what they are selling you since, oil is oil
If this person and or shop really feels this way why wouldn't they let that show though in their marketing tactics?  When you look around the waiting room or the outside of the building you will see banners offering synthetic oil changes, or oil additives to boost performance.  If the shop really felt that "oil is oil" why would they even offer or sell you on synthetics, different brands of oil, or additives if all oils were equal?  I guess I am just a bit different. If I felt the way this person does I will tell everyone buy the cheapest oil you can buy change it every three thousand miles and that would be it.  But I don't agree with that lube shop because I know synthetics make a difference and all oils are not equal.

I can NOT sell something or promote something that I feel has little or no value.  Shops like this do not care about the oil you put in your car.. all they care about is you coming back every three thousand miles. This rakes in tons of cash for quick lube facilities and is completely uneccessary! Not to mention a complete waste of valuable resources.

GM, Honda and others use oil life monitoring systems that monitor your driving habits and bases oil changes on that data.  Most of these systems will not trigger "change oil now" any sooner than 5000 miles - this is on petroleum oil folks!.  Even with these systems, lube shops like the one mentioned above, will put oil change stickers in your window for a change at 3000 miles.. this is CRAZY..

If you are interested in changing your oil once or twice a year at 7500 to 35000 miles contact me.  I can even help guide you to changing oil on your own if you wish!

If you have had any terrible complaints about lube shops or you think I am off my rocker please comment.